Turn Papaya Leaves Into a Powerful Homemade Detergent

Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Blend the Papaya Leaves

Start by adding the 3 chopped papaya leaves into a blender with 1 liter of room-temperature water. Blend for approximately 3 minutes until the mixture is fully liquefied. This process extracts the beneficial properties of the leaves into the water.

2. Strain the Mixture

To remove fibrous residue, strain the liquid using a sieve lined with a clean, thin cloth. This ensures a smooth solution free of particles that might interfere with the detergent’s texture. You’ll be left with a green liquid that holds all the useful components of the papaya leaf.

3. Add More Water

Pour this strained liquid into a large mixing container and add 2 more liters of water. This dilution helps balance the detergent’s strength while ensuring better consistency.

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4. Add Salt and Baking Soda

Next, mix in 2 tablespoons of salt and 2 tablespoons of baking soda. These ingredients serve multiple purposes:

  • Salt acts as a preservative, a thickening agent, and helps to increase cleaning effectiveness.
  • Baking soda boosts degreasing power, balances acidity, and contributes to a thicker consistency.

Stir thoroughly until both are completely dissolved.